Guidelines for Use of Redeemer Community Church Facilities
Redeemer Community Church and its facilities are dedicated to the worship and service of God. It is our policy to make the building and its facilities available for activities which align with our vision and values and beliefs. We reserve the right to decline requests that do not align with our vision and values or our beliefs.
To make a building request, please review our fees and guidelines below, and then complete the form at the bottom of the page. We will respond to you by email within 72 hours. On rare occasions, a church ministry need may arise that necessitates the cancellation of a non-ministry event. Though we try hard to work around existing reservations, we reserve the right to cancel reservations of non-ministry events.
BUILDING FEES
To cover the cost of utilities, janitorial expenses, and building wear and tear, the following fees are in place:
Gym: Athletic practice or games
Redeemer members: $15/hour
Non-Redeemer members: $25/hour
Gym/Kitchen: Parties
Restricted to Redeemer members: $40/4-hour block
Sanctuary: Recitals
Restricted to Redeemer members: $40
Weekly classroom meeting space: $40/month
Weddings:
Restricted to Redeemer members: $100-200 + additional fees
Please email mailbox@redeemeraurora.com for more details.
BUILDING GUIDELINES
All building use must comply with the following guidelines:
o Application to use the church building should be submitted as early as possible but at least two weeks prior to the event by submitting the Building Reservation Form. Requests to use the building on a repeating basis during the school year are due by May 1.
o When a request is approved by the staff administrator (and/or when necessary, the elders), the applicant will be notified and the event will be scheduled on the calendar.
o The facilities of this building are at your disposal. We do ask, however, that you treat them with care and knowledge that this structure and its facilities were built and dedicated to the ministry of God. Please respect them accordingly.
o All rooms are specifically arranged for different groups that serve different functions during the week. We ask that only rooms requested on your reservation form be used, and that rooms be returned to their original setup unless other arrangements have been made.
o If Items such as chairs, tables, books, etc. are moved from room to room, please return them to their original spot.
o Use or movement of musical instruments is not allowed without prior permission.
o No items may be removed from the building without written permission.
o No permanent decorations are to be used that would deface any part of the building. No nails are to be used. Decorations should be hung with masking or painters tape only, and the tape and decorations should be removed promptly at the end of the event.
o Any damage to the building or equipment must be reported to the church office immediately.
o All electronic or mechanical equipment needed such as PA systems, coffee makers, etc. must be requested on the Building Reservation form. A public address system is available for the sanctuary. A church-approved operator must be present to operate this equipment. A portable PA system is available for use in the gym.
o Upon leaving the building, it is the user’s responsibility to:
- clean up any trash or spills from the floor or surfaces,
- empty any food trash into the outdoor trash cans,
- close all windows in the rooms which have been used
- close and lock all outside doors.
- turn off all classroom air conditioners and fans
- turn off any equipment used, and
- turn off all lights.
o The serving of alcoholic beverages requires special permission
o Smoking is not permitted within 25 feet of the building.
o For the protection of those under 18 years of age:
- All Redeemer ministry groups must be in compliance with the General Guidelines of Redeemer Community Church Child Protection Policy unless elder approval is given for a unique circumstance.
- All outside ministry groups must include a copy of their child protection policy and practices when submitting their application for consideration.
- Personally hosted events including persons under 18 must follow these safeguards:
Two adults 18 or over must be present.
Children must remain under the active supervision of adults at all times.
Adults may not be alone with another person’s child unless permission has been received.
Adults may not change a diaper or assist a child in the restroom without parental permission.